In a rapidly evolving world marked by technological advancements, geopolitical uncertainties, shifting customer expectations, and significant workplace transformations, the need for transformative leadership has never been more critical.
The Women's International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA) Sri Lanka, celebrating its 10th anniversary, is set to address these pressing challenges with a significant event titled 'Charting the Course of Success in a Disruptive World.' Scheduled for August 13th, 2024, at the Oak Room, Cinnamon Grand Colombo, this event features the esteemed Karen Leong, a globally
recognized thought leader in sustainable transformation.
Karen Leong, known for her profound insights and practical strategies, is the managing director
of Influence Solutions, an award-winning organizational development company based in
Singapore. Her extensive experience in guiding companies through complex changes has
earned her the title of ‘The Most Influential Leader in Training and Development in APAC.’ In
her keynote, Karen is set to deliver actionable strategies and skills to help individuals and
organizations thrive amidst uncertainty, fostering innovation and building resilience.
The event, organized by WISTA Sri Lanka, aims to equip leaders across all sectors with the
necessary tools to navigate the complexities of the modern business landscape. The key
highlights of Karen's presentation will include leadership strategies in a transformative era,
fostering innovation, building strategic resilience, and securing long-term success. These topics
are designed to help leaders adapt swiftly to market shifts and disruptions while maintaining
clarity and balance, cultivate a dynamic culture of creativity, and transform failures into growth
opportunities.
As Karen Leong aptly describes, "In Sri Lanka, leaders exhibit a remarkable blend of resilience
and adaptability, skillfully balancing traditional values with modern business practices. In a
rapidly evolving economic landscape influenced by global trends, leaders can harness
opportunities to ensure a trajectory of innovation and growth. This keynote will provide
tailored strategies to navigate these complexities and lead your organisation to new heights."
Sri Lankan leaders, like their counterparts globally, face unprecedented challenges, with
organizations striving to adapt amidst shrinking resources. The emphasis on transformational
leadership across all levels is crucial for enhancing organizational value and effectively
managing these shifts. Karen's insights, derived from her extensive global career, highlight that
despite the diversity in locations and industries, leadership challenges such as managing change
and fostering innovation are universal. Her straightforward yet powerful solutions have proven
to make a significant difference, demonstrating that simple strategies can lead to clear,
impactful success.
This event is particularly relevant as Sri Lanka, like the rest of the world, is experiencing
disruptions and changes across various dimensions. Organizations are striving to manage these
changes with existing resources, making transformational leadership vital at all levels.
Empowering employees through effective leadership can significantly enhance their value
creation for the organization. In times of change, apart from competencies, soft skills are
crucial, and Karen emphasizes on sharpening these abilities, helping individuals and
organizations prosper in an era of disruption.
From WISTA's perspective, the inclusion of Karen Leong as the keynote speaker is not just
timely but essential for the current corporate and business landscape in Sri Lanka. As noted by
Ms. Diruni Chanmugam, President of WISTA Sri Lanka and Director/CEO of Shermans Logistics,
"From a Sri Lankan corporate perspective, we do not get many opportunities to be exposed to
internationally renowned speakers. Since WISTA is celebrating 10 years of presence in Sri Lanka,
we realized that it’s time to give back something of value to the corporates and employees
across all industries, not limited to a particular gender, even though WISTA is a women-led
organization in the shipping and logistics sectors. We represent the supply chain and logistics
industries, where the corporate sector depends on us as a vital pillar in the value chain. It was
all the more important to bring in such a caliber of keynote speaker."
WISTA, an international networking organization founded in 1974, is dedicated to attracting
and supporting women at the management level in the maritime, trading, and logistics sectors.
With a global network of over 5,100 female professionals and 59 National WISTA Associations
worldwide, the organization provides a platform for networking, professional development,
and business opportunities. This event, conducted in partnership with WISTA’s Corporate
Partner, South Asia Gateway Terminals (SAGT), is a testament to WISTA's commitment to
fostering professional growth and leadership development in the industry.
This event is conducted together with WISTA’s Corporate Partner, South Asia Gateway
Terminals (SAGT). Register for ‘Charting the Course of Success in a Disruptive World’ through
WISTA Sri Lanka on +94 77 466 4931